Strategic EA/Business Assistant to Dynamic CEO

Knightsbridge Recruitment - Angela Mortimer Plc Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a strategic powerhouse with a background in Private Equity or experience working at the highest level of business leadership? Ready to partner with an inspiring, driven CEO and make a real impact on a rapidly growing global company? This could be the role you've been waiting for.

As the CEO’s trusted right hand, you’ll make the role your own, and operate at the intersection of high-level strategy and seamless execution. Representing the CEO in meetings, contributing ideas, and playing a pivotal role in driving the company’s ambitious growth. Huge scope to progress to Chief of Staff.

The Role – EA to CEO

• Strategic Partnering: Act as a true right hand to the CEO & Chairman, ensuring you are always in the loop and two steps ahead.
• Stakeholder Management: Build relationships with board members, investors, and C-suite leaders to ensure smooth, effective communication and project execution.
• Board Meetings: Schedule, attend, and confidently contribute to board meetings; prepare and distribute board packs and take minutes with precision.
• Travel Management: Coordinate complex global travel schedules for the CEO, who travels 2-3 times a month, often for extended periods.
• Inbox & Calendar Management: Proactively prioritise, organise, and resolve scheduling conflicts to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
• Process Improvement/Operations: Implement innovative processes and systems to enhance productivity and drive the business forward.
• Wider Support: Seamlessly support the Chairman and wider Leadership Team with various projects and ad-hoc requests.
• Brand Ambassador: Present the business with confidence, professionalism, and passion.

You Will Be/Have – EA to CEO

• A highly experienced Business EA who is both strategic and hands-on.
• Bright, driven, and ambitious with a strong business acumen and impeccable work ethic.
• Proven experience within Private Equity is desired, working alongside senior leadership at board level.
• Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills; capable of interacting with and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Resilient, proactive, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and outstanding PowerPoint skills.
• Discretion, professionalism, and the ability to think strategically under pressure.
• A problem-solving mindset with a commitment to driving improvement and excellence.
• Must be flexible to go to the offices when needed – London and Reading

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive salary (£75k - £80k) with a 20-25% discretionary bonus.
• A hybrid working model with flexible London (Soho/Paddington/City) & Reading locations.
• Unparalleled opportunity for progression into a Chief of Staff role.
• The chance to be part of a company that’s making a genuine difference, with sustainability at its core.

Ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, fast-paced EA to CEO role? Apply now and become a critical force in this company’s extraordinary growth!